"The Entertainer" (written by Scott Joplin) was my favorite song from the movie "The String". I wore out the soundtrack vinyl I had, playing it so much. He was a composer, conductor, arranger extraordinaire . Rest in peace, maestro!

Marvin Frederick Hamlisch6/2/1944 to 8/06/2012Born in New York, NYDied in Los Angeles, CAHe was 68 years young.Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Another great entertainment giant loss. His genius and accomplishments will live on.